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The Chinese Classics — Volume 1: Confucian Analects
by Legge, James
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About this book
Creators: James Legge (1815-1897) "The Chinese Classics — Volume 1: Confucian Analects" by James Legge is a translation published in the 19th century of ancient sayings attributed to Confucius. This foundational philosophical text explores moral cultivation through virtue, filial piety, and ritual propriety. Confucius taught that a nation's welfare depends on ethical leadership and individuals reconciling personal desires with social responsibility. His teachings shaped East Asian thought for millennia, emphasizing how properly educated people demonstrate respect, integrity, and consummate virtue in all aspects of life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading Level: Reading ease score: 80.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. Rights: Public domain in the USA. Downloads: 1923